[sparkart-clique site=”rap_radar” video=”debate-1″] It’s only 48 hours into the New Year, but yours truly along with DJ Superstar, Kraze (All Access), Big Kap and others debate on who will be the hottest MC of 2011. Aside from Lil Wayne, this list definitely could use some tweaking. Wiz at number 10? Come on son.

It’s a few days late, but Skillz finally comes through with his annual lyrical recap. The song is also available to download via iTunes. Let’s see what 2011 has in store. hhnm

Should old acquaintance be forgot? Nope. After a long-standing beef, Phonte and 9th Wonder have put their drama to the side and buried the hatchet for the New Year. Here’s what ‘Te had to say of their reconciliation via his Twitter account. Took 4 years, 2 plates of food and 6 hrs. of convo, but we squashed it. I appreciate the love for me and @9thwondermusic, but us mending our rift had nothing to do with music and everything to […]

[vodpod id=Video.5239389&w=425&h=350&fv=] Last night, Weezy and company took their 2011 celebration to Adrianna’s in the Windy City and Ozone was on hand to capture the festivities. Aside from a brief performance and counting down to the new year, there was also a Lil Wayne Olympics. Check the two minute mark. Go for the gold, ma! kc

Like we said before, the missus wasn’t the only surprise guest during Jay’s New Year’s gig at the Cosmopolitan in Vegas last night. Big brother brought out little brother along with Chris Martin for “Homecoming”. More of Yeezy’s set after the jump. cos Update: After the show, it’s the after party.

[vodpod id=Video.5238824&w=425&h=350&fv=] As a new year’s present for all, Killa Kyleon decides to do his own rendition of Weezy’s “Bill Gates” track and provides visuals for it. #RunIt

Earlier today, Oprah launched her new network OWN and premiered her new series with Jay-Z as her first feature. The episode focused on Jay’s childhood, his come up, his formula of writing music and everything else in between. More after the jump. jose3030

Drake served as one of the musical performers last night at Dick Clark’s Rocking Eve celebration in California. Up top, he recites “Show Me A Good Time.” Then, in the second clip, he debuts a new verse while performing “Fancy”. atf Sidebar: Drake’s New Year’s Resolution

Ahhh, the winner’s circle—something we here at the Double R can relate to. Anyway, back to business. Curren$y kicks off 2011 with the second installment from his 2008 mixtape. That’s a win-win. Tracklist and download after the jump. tmg

Jay-Z and Coldplay were booked last night at the grand opening of Las Vegas’ latest resort, The Cosmopolitan. With Memphis Bleek by his side, he brought out Beyoncé, Kanye West, and John Mayer. Above is front row footage of Hov and the missus performing “Young Forever”. Below that, she goes into “Halo” with Chris Martin on keys.